2004 Audi A4 vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 233 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Terrain is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A4 | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1823 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |
